People living near a former football ground have booted the game out of their streets.

People living in Roker Park, the former ground of Sunderland, have supported signs banning football after teenagers damaged cars and homes while playing.

Ashleigh McBryde, 20, of Promotion Close, said: "It was beyond a joke. The balls were coming into the garden and hitting cars. Something had to be done."

Residents also claim nearby playgrounds are hang-outs for drunken youths and older teenagers playing rough games of football. Bill Robson, 43, of Roker Park Close, said: "I recognise youngsters need somewhere to practice but this is a housing estate, not a football ground."